Forms
Below are the forms needed to register with Appletree Day Care Centers. For questions or concerns regarding enrollment, classes, the Services that we offer or information in general, please call us or use our contact form for more information.
| Enrollment Application | Download |
| Discipline and Behavior Management | Download |
| Travel Authorization | Download |
| Emergency Information Card | Download |
| Medical Report | Download |
| Bye Bye Buggy Permission Form | Download |
| Photography Permission | Download |
Choosing a Child Care Provider
Child Development
- Learn the Signs Act Early
- Keeping Kids Safe on Wheels
- Positive Parenting
- Enriching Your Children’s Conscience
- Tips for Crafting with Children
- Children, the Flu, and the Flu Vaccine
- Children and Stress – Avoiding a Holiday Meltdown
- Childhood Obesity
- 10 Commandments of Parenting
- 10 Reasons to Read to Your Child
Health & Safety
- A Key Piece of the Puzzle: Vaccinations
- Positive Parenting
- Planning the Family Vacation – Dream or Disaster
- Children, the Flu, and the Flu Vaccine
- Key Facts About Influenza (FLU)
- Children and Stress – Avoiding a Holiday Meltdown
- Home Fire Escape Plan
- Children and Sleep Disorders
- Childhood Obesity
- 5 Tips on Caring for Newborn Babies
***The information contained in these resources is for general information purposes only and is not meant in any way to replace advice given by healthcare professionals.***
Parenting Articles
- A Key Piece of the Puzzle: Vaccinations
- Actively Listening to your Child
- Positive Parenting
- Planning the Family Vacation – Dream or Disaster
- Enriching Your Children’s Conscience
- Tips for Crafting with Children
- Children, the Flu, and the Flu Vaccine
- Key Facts About Influenza (FLU)
- Children and Stress – Avoiding a Holiday Meltdown
- Home Fire Escape Plan
***The information contained in these resources is for general information purposes only and is not meant in any way to replace advice given by healthcare professionals.***
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
“Learn the signs. Act early.” materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
“Learn the signs. Act early.” materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.
National Resources Links
- American Association of Poison Control
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Child Care Aware Child Care Resources, Inc.
- Child Development – CDC
- Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline
- Children’s Health – National Library of Medicine
- Choose My Plate
- Disney Family Kids
- Health National Association for the Education of Young Children
- National Center for Family Literacy
- National Child Care Association
- PBSParents
- Positive Parenting
- Safe Child
- Safe Kids
State & Local Resources Links
Recent Articles
A Key Piece of the Puzzle: Vaccinations
As a parent, you work hard to keep your baby healthy, by giving lots of love… providing healthy foods. Keeping little hands, feet, and faces clean. Getting plenty of physical activity, and vaccination. Nothing protects babies better from 14 serious diseases by age...
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Actively Listening to your Child
Communicating with our children can be a difficult task at times. We feel like they’re not listening to us; they feel like we’re not listening to them. Good listening and communications skills are essential to successful parenting. Your child’s...
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Learn the Signs Act Early
Links to additional resources: Learn the Signs – Act Early 2 months 4 months 6 months 9 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Download the milestone checklists Information about Milestone Tracker Link to Growth...
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Alex the Bear Goes to Child Care
Going to child care for the first time or entering a new child care setting can be a daunting experience for both children and parents. Alex the Bear seeks to make the transition exciting, enjoyable and a lot more fun! Join Alex as he prepares for his first adventure in child care.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Health & Safety
Health and safety measures are important in any child care facility. Child care programs should have plans and procedures in place to keep children safe from illness and injury.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Activities
Daily, scheduled activities provided for children in child care and early education programs offer opportunities for children to develop, practice skills and learn.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Caregiver to Child Ratios
Learn more about the recommended ratio guidelines for caregivers and children in quality child care. The lower the ratio, the more one-on-one attention each child may receive.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Caregiver Interaction
Caregiver interaction is important for several reasons. A close level of caregiver supervision helps protect children from injury. Engaging children in activities and conversations promotes learning and improves language skills.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Training & Education
Child development training for child care staff helps ensure quality programs for children. Child care providers should also receive training on a variety of health and safety topics.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care